After many years of working in the food service industry, Randall found himself unemployed and knew it was time to pursue his dream job as a truck driver to better support his family. After conducting research, he discovered that GST Michigan Works! provides services to help people achieve their career goals. He met with a […]
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Benjamin, a 24-year-old participant in the WIOA program, has always valued independence. While still in high school, he sought his first job and began working at Burger King as a cook. After graduating, he had the opportunity to continue his education but instead chose to enter the workforce full-time in search of a stable job. […]
Amy worked part-time, only 20 hours per week, as a driving instructor at Mr. R’s Driving School, earning $20 an hour. While she enjoyed driving, she needed a full-time job to support her family and was ready for the challenge of obtaining her CDL. GST Michigan Works! was able to provide career counseling, support services, […]
When Paeton and Madilyn visited GST Michigan Works!, they were both facing significant life changes. Paeton had left high school after 9th grade and Madilyn was expecting their first child when she enrolled in our program. Together, they were determined to build a strong foundation for their growing family. Despite the challenges of pregnancy, Madilyn […]
Travis had worked in the construction field for many years, but he found himself at a dead end. He needed his CDL to advance his career, earn a higher wage, and open new opportunities. When Travis was laid off from A.Jax, he reached out to GST Michigan Works! in search of a new skill to […]
Melonise came to the GST Michigan Works! Tuscola Co. Service Center in August of 2023 with dreams of leaving the small pizza place where she worked to become a truck driver. At the age of 27, Melonise had a lot of responsibilities as a single mother of twin toddlers. Her days were a whirlwind of […]
In April 2023, the owner of T&J Towing & Hauling visited GST Michigan Works! Owosso Service Center seeking assistance to upskill his employee, Larry, for a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to become a Wrecker Driver. Around the same time, Jordan, who had recently moved from Ohio to Michigan, came to us looking for help with […]
Leon first contacted GST Michigan Works! as a justice-involved citizen facing the struggles of finding employment as he transitioned back to society. Leon expressed his interest in obtaining a CDL certification and becoming a truck driver. After many discussions about his future, he enrolled in a CDL course to gain the education needed for his […]
Sydney is currently thriving at JLH Construction, where she works as an Administrative Assistant. Eager to expand her role and responsibilities, she reached out to GST Michigan Works! for assistance pursuing her CDL Class B to become a driver, as well. Her dedication and passion for her job make her an invaluable member of the […]
Javonte began working with GST Michigan Works!/Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates following the advice and recommendation of a close friend who shared his own experience of successfully obtaining his CDL-A and the assistance that he received. Javonte was very passionate about becoming a CDL-A driver. He knew that this was something he was going to achieve but lacked the resources […]